Louisiana Senate calls for “seat at the table” for emergency declarations

Published October 1, 2020 1:00pm ET



The Louisiana Senate on Wednesday approved a bill that would make the governor consult with a legislative committee before extending an emergency declaration beyond 30 days.

The measure passed unanimously, though it is likely to face tougher sledding in the more conservative House of Representatives, where many members believe it doesn’t go far enough.

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